Xiaoting v Republic (Criminal Application E287 of 2024) [2025] KECA 772 (KLR) (9 May 2025) (Ruling)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 772
- Citation
- [2025] KECA 772 (KLR)
- Decided
- 9 May 2025
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureApplication for extension of time to appealCoramJM NGUGI
Holding
The applicant is entitled to an extension of time to appeal the judgment
Facts
The applicant, a Chinese national, was convicted and sentenced for trafficking in psychotropic substances. She appealed the sentence but was dissatisfied with the conviction. She later sought an extension of time to appeal the judgment.
Issues
- Whether the applicant is entitled to an extension of time to appeal the judgment
- Whether the repatriation order is necessary and lawful
Reasoning
The applicant faced severe challenges navigating the legal system without legal counsel and the delay is understandable. Her appeal is not idle, especially her concern about the repatriation order.
Outcome
The application is allowed, and the applicant is permitted to file and serve a Notice of Appeal within seven (7) days of the date of this ruling.
Orders
- The applicant is permitted to file and serve a Notice of Appeal within seven (7) days of the date of this ruling
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